Barbara S. Mahoney will discuss her book "Salem Clique," which tells the story of editors of rival newspapers who blamed a group of men they named the “Salem Clique” for the bitter party struggles of the time, noon Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Oregon State Capitol's Hearing Room C. Free.
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Four days of belly-dance-inspired workshops, Haflas, henna and shopping will be held Feb. 22-25, with Haflas starting at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, workshop instructors on Saturday and Friday showcases performances, West Salem 4H center. $5 for Hafla and showcases, visit reigningdown.com for more information.
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An aging mother lives with her divorced daughter, the mother of a hoodlum son who struggles with life as an unemployed epileptic, 8 to 10 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through March 3, plus 2 p.m. matinees Feb. 24 and March 3, The Verona Studio, The Reed Opera House. $17.50.
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Eugene Ballet’s “Sympathique And Everything But The Kitchen Sink” puts choreography to the music of Pink Martini. Catch it 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at the Historic Elsinore Theatre. $25 to $45 or $15 to $35 for youth.
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Jeffrey Kahane will perform asolo piano performance of J.S. Bach's "Goldberg Variations" at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, at Willamette University's Smith Auditorium. $23 and $5 for students with ID, children and Oregon Trail members (at the door only).
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The Clay Ball Silent Auction features dinner, wine and donations from local businesses and artists up for auction, 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 24, Salem Convention Center. $95. salemart.org or 503-581-2228.
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Yoga + Beer is at 1859! Cider Co. the last Sunday of each month. The at least hour-long yoga session followed by social time and beer also comes to Salem Ale Works the first Saturday of the month, Victory Club the second Wednesday of the month, Gilgamesh (when the weather is nice) the third Wednesday of the month, Rock Boxx the second Sunday of the month and at Eola Hills the first Monday of the month (featuring wine instead of beer. $5 suggested donation. cheersandnamaste.com.
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“MK Guth: Paying Attention" is an exhibit of new and previously created still-life installations, where Portland artist MK Guth uses interactive elements including a book visitors can share their thoughts and beliefs about topics from art to politics in and instructions for thought-provoking dinners, through April 1, with formal reading performances 12:30 p.m. Feb. 10 and 20 and March 10 and 20, Melvin Henderson-Rubio Gallery, The Hallie Ford Museum of Art, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. $6, $4 for seniors and $3 for students 18 and older, and free for ages 17 and younger and everyone on Tuesdays.
Photographer: Etienne Frossard

Deepwood is offering tours where you can see more than 40 antique dolls on loan from The Wagon Wheel Doll Club, tours operate every hour between 9 and noon Thursdays-Saturdays, through March 3, Deepwood Museum & Gardens. $6, $5 for ages 62 and older, $3 for ages 3 to 16 and students, free for younger than 5.
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Salem Big Band: Swing from the ’40s to today, with a concession stand or bring food, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., West Salem Park, behind the West Salem Safeway Store at the corner of Rosemont Avenue NW and Plaza Street NW. Free.

Through Aug. 27

“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”: This family-fun musical is a fresh approach to the 1967 classic, based on the beloved comic strip by Charles Schultz, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays, Historic Grand Theater, 191 high St. NE. $20 to $30.

High Street Hustle: 8K run, 5K run/walk and kids 1K, complete with 70’s costumes, local food, drink and music, 7:30 to 11 a.m., starting in front of the State Capitol, 900 Court St., NE, Salem, and following scenic High Street, followed by dancing to the ’70s and a costume contest. proceeds benefit heart disease prevention and education. $40; $10 1K. runsignup.com/Race/OR/Salem/HighStreetHustle.

Family Art Day: Explore the historic tradition of weaving, try out a table loom, then create your own hand-woven items such as bracelets and keychains, Saturday, Aug. 12, noon to 4 p.m., Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. Free.

Now's the time to explore the cute little town near the falls.
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4 Silverton, 14 miles

Thursday, Aug. 10

“The Little Rascals”: PG film shown outdoors, with blankets, pillows and chairs welcome, but those with chairs are asked to sit in the back; food and beverages will be available for purchase, but no outside food or drink will be permitted, dusk, with doors opening at 7 p.m., The Oregon Garden, 879 W Main St. $4, $3 ages 12 to 17, $2 ages 5 to 11 and free for members and ages 4 and younger. 503-874-8100 or oregongarden.org.

5 Jefferson, 15 miles

Saturday, Aug. 12

Short Bike Rides: Learn to ride with a group on quiet roads joined by experienced riders providing encouragement, suggestions and answering questions, followed by ice cream, distances vary between 7 to 15 miles; all participants must wear a helmet certified by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, 2:30 to 5 p.m. second Saturday each month May through September, Talbot Community Church, 3195 Talbot Road S.

7 McMinnville, 31 miles

Valley View Air Show &amp; Concerts features hot air balloons taking off at daybreak, a car show, remote controlled aircraft, horse and wagon rides, kid games and bouncy house along with gospel and bluegrass music concerts 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 12 at Rock of Ages/Valley View Retirement Community in McMinnville. Free.(Photo: Special to the Statesman Journal)

Saturday, Aug. 12

Valley View Air Show & Concerts: Hot air balloons will take off at daybreak, car show, remote controlled aircraft, horse and wagon rides, kid games and bouncy house along with gospel and bluegrass music concerts, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Rock of Ages/Valley View Retirement Community, 15600 SW Rock of Ages Road. Free; donations of canned food for local foods banks is appreciated. rockofagesvalleyview.com or call 503-472-6212.

9 Lincoln City, 59 miles

Saturday, Aug. 12

Lincoln City Sandcastle Contest will be11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 12 at Siletz Bay with s’mores at the covered pavilion and viewing of the Perseid Meteor shower 9 p.m. to sunrise. Register the day of the contest, before building begins. Free.(Photo: Special to the Statesman Journal)

Lincoln City Sandcastle Contest: Compete or just take it all in at this amateur competition, registration begins at 9 a.m. with live entertainment from Brett Lucich from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and judging at 2 p.m., plus s’mores at the covered pavilion at the end of SW 51st Street and stick around to view the Perseid Meteor shower happening 9 p.m. to sunrise, Siletz Bay in the Historic Taft District. Register the day of the event, before building begins. Free to entry with a donation of non-perishable food for the Lincoln City Food Pantry. 541-921-9329. oregoncoast.org/sandcastle-contest.

Sunday, Aug. 13

Games on the beach: Family fun games, noon to 3 p.m., Siletz Bay in the Historic Taft District. Free. 541-921-9329.

11 Corbett, 75 miles

Saturday, Aug. 12

Kids Obstacle Challenge: Adventure and obstacle course event series for ages 5 to 16, with 10 to 15 fun and challenging obstacles and lots of mud, plus parents get to run with their kids for free, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rooster Rock State Park. $46 per child through Aug. 11; $56 per child day of; $5 cash for parking. kidsobstaclechallenge.com/portland.

12 Bend, 132 miles

Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 10-12

Bend Brewfest: Taste rare and popular beers from nano-breweries to some of the most highly recognized craft breweries in the region, in addition to hand-crafted ciders and wine, noon to 11 p.m., Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive. A one-time purchase of a $25 2017 souvenir mug is required for tasting, includes five tasting tokens; $5 for 5 tokens (1 token equals a 4-ounce taste). bendbrewfest.com.

Friday, Aug. 11

Bat Walk: Join an evening expedition in search of bats using echolocator equipment, bring weather-appropriate clothing and a flashlight, 7:30 to 9 p.m., High Desert Museum, 59800 South Highway. $10.

13 Sunriver, 147 miles

Sunriver Art Fair features more than 70 artist booths, live music, food and Saturday Night Street Dance 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Aug. 11-12, and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, at The Village at Sunriver.(Photo: Special to the Statesman Journal)